For Mike and Martha Pedersen, conservation is more than a cause – it’s a way of life. “Conservation feels like a very tangible way to make a difference,” says Martha. Having a relationship with nature is what makes their life richer.
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University of Saskatchewan advancing ‘package of solutions’ for farmers and food security
Wheat – a vital food crop that feeds billions of people worldwide – plays an important role in food security. Estimates place global wheat production at nearly 800 million tonnes this year, volumes that can be achieved, in large part, due to targeted breeding of high-yielding cultivars.
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Cannabis use among young adults has become increasingly normalized, especially following Canada’s legalization in 2018. According to the 2024 Canadian Cannabis Survey by Health Canada, close to half of those who reported non-medical cannabis use at least once in the past year were 20- to 24-year-olds (48%), followed by 16- to 19-year-olds (41%) and then those over 25 (23%). Cannabis use is now a common part of social settings and even medical conversations, however, despite its growing acceptance, there are still many unknowns, particularly when it comes to its impact on developing brains.
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Many great performers have shared unforgettable moments with audiences at Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall in downtown Toronto. The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall, the not-for-profit organization that operates the iconic venues and additional performance spaces in Allied Music Centre, is leveraging the power of music to bring people together and help foster a more connected and understanding society.
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With 4.4 million Canadian households living in core housing need, governments, non-profits and community providers cannot address the housing crisis alone. Now, an innovative new model promises to bring “socially inspired capital” to support greater investment in affordable housing.
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Nestled between two lakes in the southern Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Penticton has historically been a tourism hotspot and a popular place to retire. While that remains true, the city is increasingly becoming a permanent home for young professionals, families and entrepreneurs. Penticton is growing, experiencing robust development and becoming more diverse.
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The Carney government has set ambitions for Canada to build the strongest economy in the G7 and to make mineral development and production a key driver of growth, positioning the country as a strategic supplier to allies. Industry groups say those goals depend on a robust exploration sector, where access to investment remains a persistent hurdle.
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Whether retiring abroad, investing overseas or supporting family in other countries, Canadians can benefit from the guidance of professional financial planners who think beyond our borders.
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Vaccines of the future are taking shape today at the University of Saskatchewan’s Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO).
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Pressure on the health-care system – from factors including workforce shortages, rising costs and an aging population – is widely recognized among Canada’s most pressing and complex challenges.
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Corporate real estate (CRE) professionals from across North America will come together in Anaheim, California, October 27 to 29, for the 2025 CoreNet Global Summit, North America. These CRE practitioners will be sharing strategies for preparing for the future during a time of significant change. A key theme will be driving innovation amid shifting workforce needs, new economic pressures, and the heightened focus on sustainability and inclusivity in the buildings and other facilities in which employees work.
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Digital innovation is transforming all aspects of our society including provision of mental health care services. Telehealth and support systems based on artificial intelligence (AI) have emerged as promising new tools to expand access to mental health care and make it more affordable.
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Post-secondary education, considered a key pathway to success, is widely acknowledged for the potential to boost quality of life and career flexibility for individuals, improve outcomes at community and business levels – and enhance Canada’s prosperity and competitiveness overall.
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What if you could donate to a charity of your choice and – at the same time – support the local resource industry?
Accelerating philanthropic impact and mineral exploration with flow-through share financing
Across Canada, there is a heightened focus on advancing resource sovereignty, with a spotlight on the critical minerals needed for energy security.
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At a time when Canadian governments are implementing measures to strengthen the nation’s economy in an uncertain world, stakeholders in the organic agricultural sector are calling for concerted action to unlock the full potential of organic agriculture.
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AFP Canada continues to push for a permanent charitable sector secretariat
In Canada’s charitable sector, the negative impacts of turbulent, external forces have a disturbing way of repeating themselves.
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Evidence-based approach empowers students to become ‘architects of their education’
Students at Havergal College are acquiring unique skills and knowledge through programs based on leading-edge educational research and novel approaches developed by faculty and an array of partners.
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Beneath Canada’s vast landscapes lies a powerful driver of prosperity – gold and precious metals. While their gleam may symbolize wealth and tradition, it’s their economic impact that shines brightest today. This sector powers regional economies, attracts billions in investment and anchors the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands of Canadians.
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Climate change will create new security challenges and magnify existing ones in Canada and around the world, according to a comprehensive defence review published by the government last year.
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